Equipment Finance Attorney

Job Title: Equipment Finance Attorney

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm in Charlotte, NC, seeks a skilled transactional attorney to join its growing Equipment Finance Team. This role focuses on structuring and negotiating various equipment finance transactions, including loans, leases, credit facilities, securitizations, and purchase-and-sale agreements, with a particular emphasis on transportation equipment such as aircraft and rail. The position offers the opportunity to work with financial institutions, investment firms, lenders, borrowers, lessors, and lessees in a dynamic and collaborative legal environment.

Duties:

• Represent clients in equipment finance transactions, including direct loans, leases, and securitizations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate agreements for credit facilities and purchase-and-sale transactions.
• Provide legal counsel on transactions involving transportation equipment, including aircraft and rail assets.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to address complex legal and financial matters.
• Conduct due diligence and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Requirements:

• Significant transactional experience in equipment finance, general finance, or corporate transactions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced legal environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree or equivalent.

Certifications:

• Admission to the North Carolina State Bar is preferred.

Skills:

• Proficiency in transactional law with an emphasis on finance and equipment transactions.
• Exceptional legal drafting and negotiation skills.
• Analytical thinking with the ability to manage complex legal projects.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Job Location:

Charlotte, NC

Benefits:

• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance options, including dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage, along with telehealth services.
• Financial Security: Flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, and a financial wellness program.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous parental leave, holiday and vacation pay, bereavement leave, and wellness initiatives.
• Professional Support: Relocation expense reimbursement and bar application/review cost coverage.
• Professional Growth: A supportive work environment emphasizing collaboration, professional development, and career advancement.

Join one of the fastest growing law firms in the Southeast. Their practice includes corporate, litigation, bankruptcy, intellectual property, and many others. They are now looking to hire more outstanding attorneys with top academic credentials and meaningful work experience.